Date   : Sun, 03 May 2009 17:08:06 +0100
From   : robert@... (Rob)
Subject: Econet over UTP ?

2009/5/3 Mike Tomlinson <mike@...>:
>
> I understand it works cos of the differential voltages, but still a very
> bad idea in my book. ?At the least you're asking for blown line drivers
> as there's no galvanic isolation, like there is with Ethernet.
>

Hmm. Well it's only for temporary and ocasional use....  I'll bear
that in mind though, and keep it disconnected when not needed.

> Cat5 cable is so cheap there's no reason to skimp on the job.

Unfortunately, the existing cable goes up trunking that's full (and
painted over) in one room, and is behind new plasterwork in another,
so just adding another cable, at least on that direct route, is a
no-no.  I agree that the cable is cheap, indeed I've got most of a
full box left.  It's the time making good afterwards...